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Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life

Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life

by Anne Lamott

A step-by-step guide to writing and managing the writer's life covers each portion of a written project, addresses such concerns as writer's block and getting published, and offers awareness and survival tips. Reprint. Tour. K. NYT.

Moon Handbooks South Pacific

by David Stanley

From lagoon swimming in the Cook Islands to witnessing the race of the banana bearers in the Heiva i Tahiti festival, travelers will find the best of the South Pacific—both popular and obscure—in this guidebook. Moon Handbooks South Pacific provides in-depth coverage of outdoor recreation, with specifics on swimming, diving, yachting, kayaking, biking, hiking, camping, climbing, caving, and horseback riding.... (more)

The Read-Aloud Handbook: Sixth Edition (Read-Aloud Handbook)

The Read-Aloud Handbook: Sixth Edition (Read-Aloud Handbook)

by Jim Trelease

For more than two decades, millions of parents and educators have turned to Jim Trelease’s beloved classic to help countless children become avid readers through awakening their imaginations and improving their language skills. Now this new edition of The Read-Aloud Handbook imparts the benefits, rewards, and importance of reading aloud to children of a new generation. Supported by delightful anecdotes... (more)

How to do just about anything

by Editors of Reader's Digest

From home and auto repair to health and beauty care, from gardening and cooking tips to financial and legal advice, an A-Z guide to 1200 ideas, techniques and innovative solutions for getting everything done faster, better, and cheaper.

Girl's Own Book

by Lydia Marie Child, Lydia Child

Published in 1834, this book of entertainments for young girls is filled with marvelous and enjoyable activities to help young girls build character and have fun.

Complete Do-It-Yourself ManualReader's Digest Editorial Staff

Complete Do-It-Yourself Manual

by Reader's Digest Editorial Staff

Footprint Chile Handbook : The Travel Guide

Footprint Chile Handbook : The Travel Guide

by Charlie Nurse

Editor of the Chile section of the South American Handbook, Charlie Nurse takes readers to Tierra del Fuego, chic beach resorts, and Easter Island. 75 maps.